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Freelance Video Editor

Remote Permanent · Hybrid ZAR 200 – 300

We're recruiting on behalf of our client — details are shared with shortlisted candidates.

Video Editor

Location: Remote · Type: Permanent · Work mode: Hybrid

The ideal candidate will have:

Proven experience editing engaging, high-performing short-form social media content A strong understanding of pacing, storytelling, audience retention, and creating compelling hooks The ability to identify the most engaging moments from longer-form content and transform them into impactful short videos Strong skills in captions, motion graphics, zooms, transitions, sound effects, and music selection A good eye for colour grading, visual style, and overall aesthetics Experience creating food-related content (highly advantageous) Experience editing podcast content

What you'll do

Proven experience editing engaging, high-performing short-form social media content A strong understanding of pacing, storytelling, audience retention, and creating compelling hooks The ability to identify the most engaging moments from longer-form content and transform them into impactful short videos Strong skills in captions, motion graphics, zooms, transitions, sound effects, and music selection A good eye for colour grading, visual style, and overall aesthetics Experience creating food-related content (highly advantageous) Experience editing podcast content (highly advantageous) The ability to follow established brand guidelines while bringing fresh creative ideas Strong attention to detail and the ability to deliver high-quality work within deadlines Excellent English communication skills

What you'll bring

  • Adobe Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, CapCut Pro, Adobe After Effects, Thumbnail design, Motion graphics, Basic animation, Audio enhancement, OpusClip, Descript, Adobe AI
  • Relevant qualifications

Apply now — our team reviews every application within 48 hours.